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COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA
07/2022
Alhambra Museum Grand Re-Opening
The Alhambra Historical Society will be hosting a Grand Re-Opening of the Alhambra Historical Museum on Saturday July 2 from 1 – 4 PM. The Museum is located at 1550 W. Alhambra Rd, Alhambra. Docent-led tours will be provided to show displays of early Alhambra history, lifestyle, school system and community services. There will be a special display honoring past Independence Day celebrations in the
City of Alhambra, and an overview of their archival and research center will be offered. Come learn about Alhambra’s past history and its community. Information will be available on becoming a new member of the Alhambra Historical Society and volunteering at the Museum. The Grand Re-Opening is FREE to the public; refreshments will be served, and masks will be required.
Ramona Convent Senior Publishes Her First Book
Ramona Convent Senior Yuexi “Betty” Su recently published her first book, Revisiting the Analects in an Interconnected World. In her book, Yuexi offers insightful explanations for each of the 500 entries in The Analects of Confucius over the course of two years of high school. It's an irreplaceable collection of work to help the western world understand Chinese traditional culture. Being familiar with traditional Chinese culture and having profound insights into the integration of eastern and western cultures, Yuexi sought wisdom from The Analects from the perspective of a modern teenager solving life puzzles and shaping her personality practically. She also searched for the values The Analects would bring to today's western culture. Based on these two perspectives, the publication of this book will help strengthen cultural exchanges between China and the western world and reawaken readers' enthusiasm for the pursuit of the goodness and beauty of human nature. Yuexi loves journalism and communication and will be studying this at UC Davis in the fall. She's read many classic works of communication and has also published related papers. Cultural exchange is an essential branch of communication, and publishing is an indispensable way to make exchange and mutual understanding happen. Yuexi hopes to continue doing more
To inquire about these adoptable animals, contact the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159, or visit at 851 E. Grand Ave., San Gabriel. Adoption hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The shelter is closed on Mondays. Directions and photos of many more dogs and cats can be found online at www.sgvhumane.org. The adoption fee for cats is $99, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, de-worming, FIV/FELV/ heartworm testing, and microchip. A $130 - $145 dog adoption fee includes microchip, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, and
de-worming, as well as a free health check-up at a participating vet (some breeds slightly higher). Save money with the Buddy Program. Adopt two pets at the same time for a reduced fee. The Senior for Senior Program offers pets for $39 each.
Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute Mix • Young • Male • Large
The San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is the local, affordable choice for spay and neuter, vaccinations, and TNR (trap, neuter, and release) for feral cats. Check out the website for information on the adoptable pets and adoption programs: www.sgvhumane.org.
Playful Pal! Bartok is a 1-year and 7 months-old male Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute mix. He has a goodlooking white and gray coat. Bartok is a talkative boy who loves playing with stuffed toys. He is young, so will need some basic obedience training. To schedule a "Meet and Greet" appointment for Bartok, call the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159. Or inquire online through our website at https://www.sgvhumane.org/ adopt
Bartok
Bruno German Shepherd and Bloodhound Mix • Adult • Male • Large Runner’s Best Friend! Bruno is a 2 ½ year old male German Shepherd and Bloodhound mix. This energetic boy has a handsome black and brown coat. Bruno is very strong and will need some basic obedience training. He enjoys running and would do best in a big yard with a high fence. To schedule a "Meet and Greet" appointment with this sweet boy Bruno, call the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159. Or inquire online through our website at https://www. sgvhumane.org/adopt
Yuexi “Betty” Su
beneficial things in the communication realm to foster a bridge between Chinese and American culture. Ramona Convent is a welcoming Catholic college-prep high school for young women committed to excellence in education. Ramona’s graduates are empowered, resilient, socially conscious leaders well-prepared to meet the challenges of life as contributing members of the global community with the strength of a legacy of more than 130 years of distinction.
Hiram Pomeranian Mix • Senior • Male • Small Calm Companion at a Discount! Hiram is a 12-year-old male Pomeranian mix. This senior gentleman has an attractive red and white coat. Hiram enjoys naps and barking at birds and squirrels. He would prefer a quiet adult home. Hiram is eligible for the "Senior for Senior" discount program. To schedule a "Meet and Greet" appointment with Hiram, call the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society at 626-286-1159. Or inquire online through our website at https:// www.sgvhumane.org/adopt
